Next up, the Black Cats travel to face Oxford United on Saturday afternoon, in what should be an entertaining contest between two well-matched sides. Meanwhile, the club continue to pursue key transfer targets behind the scenes. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from League One.
5. Woolery joins Tranmere
Ex-Swindon Town forward Kaiyne Woolery has opted to join League Two side Tranmere Rovers. The 25-year-old scored nine goals in 59 league outings for the Robins. (Club website) Photo: Pete Norton
6. Race heats up for Pilkington
Huddersfield Town look set to go head-to-head with Rotherham United in the race to sign free agent striker Anthony Pilkington. The ex-Terrier is looking for a new club after leaving Wigan Athletic. (Football Insider) Photo: Nathan Stirk
7. Pompey bag Jacobs
Portsmouth have completed the signing of ex-Wigan Athletic winger Michael Jacobs. He's two-year deal at Fratton Park, after he was released by the Latics at the end of last season. (Club website) Photo: Lewis Storey
8. Bowyer braced for Phillips exit
Charlton Athletic boss Lee Bowyer has admitted there is a "good chance" Dillon Phillips will leave the club this summer, amid speculation he could be snapped up by Brentford. (South London Press) Photo: Alex Pantling